Serendipitous Discovery of Lipemia Retinalis in a Premature Infant: A Case Report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Lipemia retinalis (LR) is a rare ocular condition characterized by a creamy white appearance of the retinal vessels, which is indicative of significantly elevated serum triglyceride (TG) levels. This condition is particularly noteworthy in pediatric populations, especially in preterm infants who are at risk for various metabolic disorders.

Case presentation

We report a case of LR in a 44-day-old preterm infant identified during routine retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) screening. Unusual retinal findings led to metabolic investigations, revealing elevated TG levels confirming LR. The infant was managed with a dietary regimen including skimmed milk, resulting in a substantial decrease in TG levels and complete resolution of the retinal changes.

Conclusion

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SUBMITTER: Nikkhah H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11842086 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature